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We are a major employer in the area with over 600 staff. We are fully accredited with Investor in People, committed to equality of opportunity and see staff development as a vital part in meeting the needs of our workforce and the local community. Our current pay policy statement is available in the 'Application Forms & Documents' menu below.

Disability Confident Employer- positive about disabled people

Tendring District Council is an accredited member of the Disability Confident Employer Scheme, which was awarded to the Council by Jobcentre Plus in recognition of the commitment regarding employment, retention, training and career development of employees with disabilities. Applicants with a disability who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria of a job will be guaranteed an interview.

If you have a disability and need assistance in completing the application process, then please get in contact with our Human Resources Team using the details below, who will be able to offer help and guidance.

Are you looking for apprenticeship??? would like to get some experience, obtain some qualifications, and get paid? Look no further, you can have all of this with Career Track.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an exciting and vibrant public sector organisation. Colchester Borough Council is looking for a dynamic, motivated and committed individual to work within our Business Process Team. The successful candidate will be working in a fast paced environment, offering vital support.

To manage the Council’s Democratic Services, including Leadership Support, Committee Services and Elections sections on a day to day basis ensuring that all agreed targets are met including budgetary targets and that statutory regulations and Council policies and procedures are followed.

Tendring Careline is a 24 hour 365 day a year service providing an instant response at the touch of a button. The service provides a home safety and personal professional security system that enables people to live independently within their own homes.

Tendring Careline is a 24 hour 365 day a year service providing an instant response at the touch of a button. The service provides a home safety and personal professional security system that enables people to live independently within their own homes

Tendring Careline is a 24 hour 365 day a year service providing an instant response at the touch of a button. The service provides a home safety and personal professional security system that enables people to live independently within their own homes.

Tendring Careline is a 24 hour 365 day a year service providing an instant response at the touch of a button. The service provides a home safety and personal professional security system that enables people to live independently within their own homes.

Help with submitting your job application

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to match the qualifications and personal requirements exactly?

The qualification and personal requirements are the ideal minimum qualifications and skills that the recruiting-manager would expect the candidate to process. However, if you feel that you can meet the requirements in previous experience, or through other educational means, we would recommend applying for the role.

How do I show that I meet competencies?

On the Competencies page of the application form, you are given a box in which to explain how you meet the first competency. We would recommend naming the competency, and explaining fully how you meet it. To add further competencies click on the “Add Record” button, which will add a further competency to your application form. We would recommend adding as many competencies as there are competencies listed on the Job Description, and showing how you meet each one.

For applicants completing a paper-based form, your competency boxes will already be listed for you.

Why do I need to have a DBS check?

It is a requirement that applicants appointed to DBS protected roles be checked under the Disclosure and Barring Scheme (DBS). You will be subject to a DBS check if you work with Vulnerable Adults and/or children. - For further information and guidance, please go to https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/dbs-eligibility-guidance

When will I hear about my application?

After the closing date, all of the applications that have been received will be sent to the recruiting-manager for shortlisting. This is normally completed within one week. All applicants that have been shortlisted will be contacted via email or letter and given times and dates of interviews. Unfortunately, due to economic reasons, those applicants who have not been shortlisted will not be contacted.

Can I change the time or date of my interview?

Generally, no. It is usual practice for an interview panel to agree a time that suits all members, and ensures sufficient time for all of the applicants’ test scores to come back, and to be reviewed prior to interviews.

I was interviewed in the past by Tendring District Council; do I need to have another interview for the post I have recently applied for?

Yes. You are required to attend an interview for each post you have been shortlisted for. We cannot take into account a past interview, even if it was for the same post as the one you have recently applied for.

I have completed an online assessment in the past. Do I have to complete another online assessment for the post I have recently applied for?

Yes. Online assessments are only valid for a six-month period.

Why do I have to complete an online assessment, as well as attend an interview?

The online assessments that is in use by Tendring District Council is used as part of your interview and selection process. Your assessments will be relevant to the post applied for. The results will be taken into account when the final appointing decisions are made.

Using the online form

Timeout for security

The form is set to time out after approximately 30 minutes, so we recommend that you save your application regularly.

Saving your form

There is a "Save" button near the top of every page of the job application form. On clicking the save button you will be asked to enter an email address and password. Please make a note of this information as you will need it to retrieve your form. Once you've entered your details, press submit to save your form. You can then exit the form should you wish to. You should receive an email to the email address you entered which will include a reminder of the password you've used. You can save your form as many times as you wish, using either the same email address and password, or different details.

Retrieving a saved form

You can either use the link in the confirmation email you received when you saved the form, or simply navigate to the Job Application Form page. Click the "Retrieve saved form" button which is available near the top of the form and enter the appropriate email address and password followed by "Submit". If you have only saved the form once, your saved version will appear immediately. If you have saved the form a number of times using the same email address and password, you will be presented with a list of saved forms, including the date and time they were saved. You should choose the version you wish to continue editing and press the appropriate "Restore" button.

Saved forms will be automatically deleted after a period of 6 months.

Mandatory Fields

Some fields are mandatory and you will not be able to progress through the form or submit it until all mandatory fields have been completed. These are marked with *

Format of entered data

Some fields will only accept entries in a specific format, eg date fields - dd/mm/yyyy, or can only accept up to a certain number of characters. These fields be indicated by appropriate instructions and you will not be able to progress through the form or submit it until your data is in the correct format or less than the maximum number of characters.

Copying and pasting

You are able to copy and paste from other programmes, for example Office Word, where you may have decided to spell check or count the characters of your text before entering it into the form.

Submitting your form

Once you have completed and checked your application, please press the "Submit" button on the final page to send in your application. Once you have pressed "Submit" you will NOT be able to amend your application so we recommend you check it thoroughly before submitting.

You should see a green notification box at the bottom of the form indicating that your form has been successfully submitted. You will also receive an email notification, attaching a pdf copy of your application for your records. If you are invited to interview you will need to print this, sign and date the declaration box on the final page and bring it with you to interview.

Trouble submitting your form?

The most common causes are missing information where mandatory fields have not been completed, incorrect format or too many characters. Please check back through your form carefully to make sure you have entered all necessary information correctly.

Employee Benefits

Halfords – Cycle to work scheme

The Cycle2work scheme is a Government tax exemption introduced to promote healthier journeys to work. If your employer is signed up to the Halfords Cycle2work scheme you can gain access to a brand new cycle and safety equipment whilst making fantastic savings of up to 42%*

Tusker Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme

The SalarySacrifice4Cars scheme (SS4C) lets you drive away a brand new, fully-maintained and insured car for up to three years. You’ll get an all-inclusive motoring package for a fixed monthly amount, so all you really need to worry about is fuel and oil.

One Card Gym Membership

Tendring District Council's leisure card gives you more when you visit our excellent sports and leisure facilities across the district including Lifestyles Health Club at Clacton Leisure Centre.

Health Champions

The Council is a member of the accredited scheme supplied by Anglian Community Enterprise (ACE), providing access to health and wellbeing services, advice and guidance. There are currently 10 trained internal Health Champions within the Council who provide support and advice to staff within their Departments.

Local Government Pension Scheme

The LGPS is a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government or working for other employers participating in the Scheme, and for some councillors. It is often viewed as one of the most valuable financial rewards of the job.

Simply Health

The simply health plan that helps you budget for the cost of visiting the dentist, optician, physiotherapist and a number of other healthcare professionals. Whether it's a check-up, treatment or an emergency, we'll give you cash back, up to annual limits. There are four levels of cover, so you can choose the right plan for you.

Fideliti

Our aim is to provide an effective, efficient quality customer orientated service which is tailored to meet your company’s needs. We will work with you to provide your employees with reduced childcare costs at the same time as allowing your company to make considerable National Insurance cost savings.

Unison

UNISON members are people working in the public services, for private contractors providing public services and the essential utilities. They include manual and white collar staff working full or part time in local authorities, the NHS, colleges and schools, the electricity, gas and water industries, transport and the voluntary sector.

Work Experience

During the year we offer many individuals of different ages and abilities, including graduates, a variety of opportunities for voluntary work experience within the Council.

Work experience gives you the chance to gain hands-on experience and can be invaluable to entering into your chosen career. A placement will enhance your knowledge, give you an insight into the world of work, allow you to be part of a team and give you the opportunity to explore Local Government.

We require all applicants for work experience to complete a Work Experience placement application Form. This form requires you to tell us why you really want to do work experience and what you want to get out of your time with us.

The most frequently requested work experience placements include:

Accountancy

Administration

Leisure

Please note that due to the volume of application forms we receive, we are unable to guarantee places. To ensure you have the best chance of securing a placement we would recommend you submit your application between the months of September and January.